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VVS Laxman will coach the Indian men's cricket team at the 2026 Asian Games. Gautam Gambhir will remain with the senior team for the West Indies ODI series. The Indian men's team will defend its T20 title under Shreyas Iyer. Harmanpreet Kaur will lead the defending champion Indian women's team. Both teams are set to compete in the upcoming Asian Games.

Defence minister Rajnath Singh unveiled India's ten-year defence diplomacy roadmap. The RAKSHA document outlines strategic partnerships and capacity building initiatives. It promotes indigenous defence exports and strengthens maritime security cooperation. This framework aligns national security with proactive international engagement. India aims to be a key defence manufacturing hub and regional stability anchor.

India could see the launch of its first bullet train service in 2027, with the SuratBilimora section of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project expected to become operational by August that year.

The number of government schools has decreased, yet access appears better in theory. As digital connection rises, the gap between what's promised and the actual classroom experience remains glaringly evident.

Shubhanshu Shukla has returned from space with more than a mission story. He has brought a question for Indias future: how can humans live beyond Earth? His BHEEM concept, developed with research at the Indian Institute of Science, imagines expandable habitats for the Moon and Mars. The idea is simple to explain. Send compact panels from Earth. Assemble them after landing. Expand the structure as a settlement grows. But the science is difficult. Any real habitat must face radiation, extreme heat

American Grandmaster Levon Aronian has revealed how Praggnanandhaa turned a weakness he identified last year into a strength, helping the Indian grandmaster win the Grand Chess Tour (GCT) Finals. Aronian, who had beaten Praggnanandhaa in GCT Finals last year, praised the youngester's progress and fighting spirit while admitting he was surprised by how quickly the Indian closed that gap.

Japans fighter jets have landed in India for Veer Guardian 2026. But behind the drills is a bigger question: does Tokyo want access to Indias recovered Chinese PL-15E missile?The missile was reportedly jammed during Operation Sindoor and recovered from Punjab. Could its secrets give India and Japan a new edge against China?Watch: https://youtu.be/2iRcGGgJTzQ?si=c09sPc3GheUjchDO

Japan is sending three F-2A fighters and about 110 personnel to Jodhpur for Veer Guardian 2026, Japans Air Self-Defense Force says. The drill is confirmed. The bigger intelligence claim comes from defence reports, not a public Indian statement. Those reports say India recovered parts of a Pakistani-fired PL-15E after Operation Sindoor and studied its seeker, guidance and electronic signals. Indias Operation Sindoor note confirms that PL-15 fragments were recovered. It also confirms the use of el

India is taking steps towards introducing polymer banknotes, beginning with lower denominations, according to multiple media reports. The RBIs subsidiary, Bharatiya Reserve Bank Note Mudran Pvt Ltd (BRBNMPL), has invited global bids for specialised BOPP-based polymer substrate sheets with built-in security features. The procurement involves 68,000 reams, split equally between two denominations. Samples submitted by bidders will be tested across different climatic zones before eligible suppliers

A heartwarming moment unfolded at Mettur Dam as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay handed over his glasses to an elderly woman. The simple gesture quickly caught attention and won hearts online.

A little football, a lot of joy!A heartwarming video shows a playful dog, joining young monks for a friendly football match at a monastery in Spiti. From chasing the ball to keeping up with the players, the dog effortlessly became part of the game and the team.

Tamil Nadu CM Joseph Vijay visited a farmers home in Mettur and touched hearts with a warm gesture. During the visit, Vijay gifted his glasses to an elderly woman, a moment that has caught the attention of netizens on social media.

The Bombay High Court ordered the CBI to investigate Disha Salian's death. Mumbai Police must now transfer all case records to the central agency. Salian's father alleged murder and sought a thorough investigation into the matter. The CBI will record statements and register an FIR for further proceedings. This development follows years of the father pursuing justice for his daughter.

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Footage reportedly showing U.S. helicopters operating over Jordan has fuelled claims that American casualties were evacuated after Irans latest missile and drone attack. Tehran says all three principal U.S. military positions in Jordan were directly hit, including Camp Titin. However, CENTCOM has announced no deaths, injuries or damage, while Jordan says ten missiles were intercepted without casualties. The purpose of the helicopter movements remains unverified. Watch.

Dolly Partons Hollywood Walk of Fame star has been damaged just one week after the country music icons death. A fan reportedly alerted officials after flowers were allegedly stolen and Dollys name was scratched on the famous star. Crews have now begun repairs, while the Hollywood Chamber says the star already had cracks and was scheduled for restoration. The shocking incident comes as fans continue mourning Dolly Parton and new details emerge about her private funeral.

Kanpur residents protested rain-damaged roads by symbolically renaming a street Yamraj ka Dwar. They highlighted numerous waterlogged potholes and blamed Nagar Nigam for the difficulties. Traders also reported business suffering due to dilapidated roads and potholes in the city. A deep pothole on Sariya VIP Road led to a legislator's protest. The legislator entered the pothole until responsible officials arrived to assess the situation.

Today marks a significant transition for Apple as John Ternus steps into the role of Chief Executive Officer. Tim Cook has gracefully shifted to the position of Executive Chairman after his impactful tenure. In his inaugural remarks, Ternus lauded Cook's visionary leadership and conveyed enthusiasm for the future innovations set to debut, bringing attention to an upcoming launch event and appreciating the dedication of Apple's workforce.

Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister made headlines by announcing the withdrawal of charges against protesting farmers and teachers, a move aimed at reinforcing democracy and nurturing public faith. The announcement also included transformative drinking water projects statewide, along with waste-to-energy solutions and upgrades to digital driving licenses. Furthermore, the government addressed the current protests by sanitary workers in Chennai, reinforcing its engagement with social issues.

Jamie and Judith Dimon have donated twelve million dollars to twelve historically Black colleges. This significant gift establishes the Dimon Fund to Advance Economic Opportunity for students. The donation will provide permanent endowment capital to the selected institutions for long-term support. These twelve HBCUs were chosen based on their leadership and student preparation records. The Dimon Foundation has a history of supporting education and economic mobility initiatives.